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Although the paths were excellent, the walk was basically around the estuary viewing some birds along the way. Wasn't really impressed but if you need to get out of the car and stretch, this would be a good location for a quick walk to stretch your legs.

Walking the Ahuriri Estuary is great exercise and a most interesting place with all the birdlife along the way. Easy paths and wooden walkways over the wet areas, dogs welcome but always on a lead please.

This is great to walk around with your family or friends. Beautiful scenery and is close to lots of cafes and restaurants! Watch out for the odd cyclist who can't read and the irresponsible dog owners who let their dogs off their leash....

I was in Napier to do training for an event near the end of the year and I ran past this walk. Later on that day my wife and I decided to walk the estuary walk and we thoroughly enjoyed the views, the wildlife sounds, the beautiful vista's and the tranquil ambiance of the setting. This is now a must...
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A loop walk along the estuary available to bikers, families with push hairs , level for the elderly
Get to see Godwits , spoonbills, shags, ducks , kingfishers and gulls
About ½ hour to ¾ hour to walk Interesting plaques along the way make it more informative

I had never before seen a Spoonbill until I did this short and enjoyable estuary walk. I thought Spoonbills were an overseas only bird and they really do look like a cartoon-like bird. Easy flat walk so ideal for children and those unable to handle uphill walking anymore. Mangrove and grassy scenery close to the Napier airport.

The estuary loop takes approximately an hour all the way around. It's a lovely place and an easy walk full of variety. You will traverse boardwalks over the wetlands, gravel tracks, and the historic bridge on Embankment Road. Built in 1917, but now defunct, this road/rail bridge is used by the walkers and cyclists on this track. The bridge had...
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This is a very picturesque walking track - it can also be used for those wanting to ride although it can be quite narrow in places. People can take a picnic lunch and sit under a tree, by the water. it is lovely and sheltered in parts and exposed in others. it is a safe walk and popular with families....
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